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Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Rachel AnneRecipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-08-23 |27 Comments
Crockpot BBQ Chicken
Photo of Crockpot BBQ Chicken - finished dish

Crockpot BBQ Chicken

PREP10 min
COOK4 hr

Crockpot BBQ Chicken is a tender, flavorful, and effortless dinner recipe. Just toss everything into your slow cooker for juicy, saucy chicken perfect for any night.

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6SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1
    Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Set aside.
  2. 2
    Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot. Top with diced onion and minced garlic.
  3. 3
    Add brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili powder (if using) over the chicken.
  4. 4
    Pour BBQ sauce and apple cider vinegar evenly on top.
  5. 5
    Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
  6. 6
    Remove chicken to a plate and shred with two forks.
  7. 7
    Return shredded chicken to the crockpot. Stir to coat well in sauce and let it sit on warm for 10-15 minutes to soak up flavors.
  8. 8
    Serve hot, adding extra BBQ sauce if desired. Enjoy!

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